as in invisible
not perceptible by a sense or by the mind
a slight difference in hue between the two glasses that's imperceptible unless they're placed side by side
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Recent Examples of imperceptible
These marks are imperceptible to the naked eye but can be detected with digital scanning equipment, including smartphones and machine vision cameras, providing a critical layer of authentication that is widely accessible and cost-effective.
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Judy Moon, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024
As the doors parted and Brittany laid eyes on her man for the first time, an almost imperceptible shadow passed over her face.
—Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 2 Oct. 2024
Subtle errors, camouflaged in labyrinthine webs of code, become imperceptible at the lightning speed of execution.
—Dr. Mithu Storoni, TIME, 16 Sep. 2024
His monologue beautifully picks up on the almost imperceptible kind of nuance that Black folks notice.
—Gloria Alamrew, refinery29.com, 22 Jan. 2024
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Judy Moon, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024
As the doors parted and Brittany laid eyes on her man for the first time, an almost imperceptible shadow passed over her face.
—Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 2 Oct. 2024
Subtle errors, camouflaged in labyrinthine webs of code, become imperceptible at the lightning speed of execution.
—Dr. Mithu Storoni, TIME, 16 Sep. 2024
His monologue beautifully picks up on the almost imperceptible kind of nuance that Black folks notice.
—Gloria Alamrew, refinery29.com, 22 Jan. 2024
See all Example Sentences for imperceptible
Recent Examples of Synonyms for imperceptible
Adjective
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Designed for comfort and discretion, these nearly invisible hearing aids fit snugly behind or inside the ear, ensuring a seamless and natural listening experience.Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 7 Dec. 2024
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So, the money is invisible and understanding how much is in the virtual piggy bank can be hard to remember.David Phelan, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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The palate has a mix of caramel, cinnamon sugar, and subtle spice, which offers a rich, layered experience.Maggie Menderski, The Courier-Journal, 14 Dec. 2024
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The Cognac is complex, featuring plum, fig, and licorice notes, a rich, spicy finish, and subtle vanilla undertones.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
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His charisma is indistinguishable from that of the orchestra itself.Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
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Technology these days can make the voice of a scammer virtually indistinguishable from that of a loved one.Cicely Jones, Forbes, 17 Sep. 2024
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“Imperceptible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imperceptible. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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